Reporting procedures for suspected or known sexual abuse of a minor (person under the age of 18 years of age) or vulnerable adult by a member of the clergy contact:
The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services within 48 hours at 1-800-252-5400,
and Shannon Thomas, LMSW, Coordinator of Pastoral Care and Outreach, Diocese of Victoria
361-827-7186 or pastoralcare@victoriadiocese.org
or Bishop of Chancellor of the Diocese of Victoria, 361-573-0828. Written allegations can be mailed to: Office of the Bishop, P.O. BOX 4070, Victoria, Tx 77903, marked "Personal and Confidential ."
If sexual abuse by a member of the clergy has occurred in another diocese, the Diocese of Victoria will help bring your concerns to church officials. For assistance, contact Shannon Thomas, 361-827-7163, or pastoralcare@victoriadiocese.org.